4.
Using the jeweler's screwdriver, remove the 3 screws securing the
aperture plate to the assembly.
5.
Remove the aperture plate from the assembly.
Requirement:
Cleaning the T-Wave ion guide assembly aperture plate
Required materials
•
Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
•
Glass-fiber pen
•
Source of oil-free, inert gas (for example, nitrogen).
To clean the aperture plate
1.
Using the glass-fiber pen, gently remove ion burn marks from the
aperture plate
Requirement:
aperture plate.
2.
Visually inspect the aperture plate to ensure that no fibers from the
glass-fiber pen remain on the plate.
If fibers are present, blow them off the aperture plate with inert,
Tip:
oil-free gas.
Cleaning the T-Wave ion guide
Required materials
•
Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
•
Wash bottle containing HPLC-grade (or better) methanol
•
Large beaker
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Maintenance Procedures
Do not further disassemble the T-Wave ion guide.
The aperture plate can be contaminated with
Warning:
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this
procedure.
Pay particular attention to the inner surfaces of the